Procurement Category Manager Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the procurement category manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for regular and appropriate Professional Services & Finance category communications to stakeholders to ensure the business has an understanding of industry best practices, trends and category knowledge.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Source the right products/services/packaging/equipment and deliver the customer offer from end to end
• Reduce costs and wasted effort in the end to end delivery of the customer offer
• Lead and develop a team of colleagues and influence the wider business and industry
• Produce a plan to improve my category and supplier performance
• Internal) Customer Focus, excellence driven, result-driven
• Good relationship developer
• BA/BS in business related field
• Understanding of total costs associated with procurement

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the procurement category manager position.

In the previous role, I was responsible for regular high-quality category communications to relevant stakeholders to ensure the businesses have a thorough understanding of the value of procurement initiatives, industry best practices, trends and category knowledge, etc.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Good knowledge in manufacturing processes for Motors & Motor Components
• Valid driver’s license, passport and police record check
• Relevant experience in a company with a mature purchasing organization
• Working technical knowledge of polyolefins and /or extrusion manufacturing process would be beneficial
• Experiences in the selection of suppliers – in inquiry and/or negotiation
• Appropriate application of the market analysis tools – industry analysis (Porter model) and supplier analysis – and a demonstrated understanding of the cost drivers in their markets
• Operational and/or procurement experience in most if not all of the assigned Indirect Corporate Services Categories is strongly preferred
• Extensive project management experience and/or PMP certification is preferred

In response to your job posting for procurement category manager, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

In my previous role, I was responsible for meaningful, relevant and insightful analysis of market trends, industry best practices and actionable recommendations to senior management to maximize premium and NIAT growth.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Familiarity with the Strategic Sourcing methodologies, Procurement systems and procedures
• Relevant procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Technical and/or Operational Manufacturing experience is an asset
• Develop strong relationships with preferred suppliers
• Previous employment within Procurement in a large international organization would be an advantage
• Self-motivated, demonstrates initiative, and can work with little supervision
• Detail oriented with focus on meeting deadlines
• PMP or project management experience

In response to your job posting for procurement category manager, I am including this letter and my resume for your review.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership in routine analysis and communication if acquisition status; programs; trends (in retail and commodities markets); best practices and other key indicators of acquisition, storage and material handling.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Excellent Knowledge of construction processes particularly residential
• Supply Chain market knowledge
• Able to analyse large amounts of complex information and produce coherent summaries, analysis, options, recommendations and conclusions
• Depth of marketing category knowledge, including agency, media, event, 2D and 3D production with demonstrated success in sourcing and managing these categories on a global scale
• Knowledge in the use of e-sourcing tools such as Ariba and systems such as SAP will be beneficial
• Masters in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management preferred
• CPSM and CPIM preferred
• Demonstrates a proven track record of delivering large savings and other value via a strong team

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the procurement category manager position.

Previously, I was responsible for regular high quality category communications to relevant stakeholders to ensure the business have a thorough understanding of the value of global procurement initiatives, industry best practices, trends and category knowledge, etc.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Knowledge of EU Procurement Directives
• Knowledge and experience of INCOTERMS / International logistics
• Buying experience in multiple purchasing functions
• Purchasing systems, policies and processes
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and use of computer applications
• Category/commodity cost driver knowledge
• Category strategy development knowledge
• Lead the strategic sourcing process within assigned categories within the Media and Print/Promotions team, including the identification of needs, conduct pre-project planning, define projects, collect internal and external data, perform strategic analysis and identify opportunities, formulate procurement strategies and develop implementation plans